Displaying items by tag: NORTH CANTERBURY

The 'medium scale' drought gripping the east coast of the South Island is now officially the longest on record, and this classification is now extended to the end of the year.

Published in General News
Wednesday, 23 September 2015 07:00

Southland drowns, losses mount

A cold wet winter and the low payout is a disaster for Southland dairy farmers, says DairyNZ.

Published in General News
Saturday, 12 September 2015 10:00

Few animal welfare issues in dry North Canterbury

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has complimented farmers on their animal welfare management during the lengthy North Canterbury drought.

Published in Farm Health
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